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How Fast is Broadband in Oxford East?

Based on real-world speed tests collected by ThinkBroadband in Q3 2025, Oxford East has a median download speed of 66.5 Mbps and a median upload speed of 10.1 Mbps.

This constituency has "Good" download speeds and "Basic" upload speeds. The 10.1 Mbps median upload may cause issues for video conferencing and cloud backups. Consider full fibre if available.

Speed Comparison for Oxford East

Download Speeds
Bottom 20%14.2 Mbps
Median66.5 Mbps
Mean121.4 Mbps
Top 20%253.1 Mbps
Upload Speeds
Bottom 20%4.4 Mbps
Median10.1 Mbps
Mean24.3 Mbps
Top 20%45.1 Mbps

Understanding the Speed Data

The speed data shows the distribution of actual speeds achieved by users in Oxford East:

What the Numbers Mean

  • Bottom 20%: Slowest fifth of connections
  • Median: Typical speed (50% faster, 50% slower)
  • Mean: Mathematical average
  • Top 20%: Fastest fifth of connections

Why Median Matters Most

The median is the most reliable measure of typical performance. Unlike the mean, it isn't skewed by extremely fast or slow connections. If you move to Oxford East, you can expect speeds around 66.5 Mbps download and 10.1 Mbps upload.

Broadband Coverage in Oxford East

Coverage statistics from Ofcom show what connection types are available in this constituency:

99.5%
Superfast (30Mbps+)
68.2%
Full Fibre (FTTP)
92.1%
Gigabit Capable

Oxford East has good full fibre coverage at 68.2%. Check your postcode to see if full fibre is available at your address.

Speed Recommendations for Oxford East

Based on the actual speeds in Oxford East, here's what different activities require:

Video Conferencing (Zoom, Teams)

Download needed: 10-25 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Cloud Backup & File Uploads

Download needed: 10+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Online Gaming

Download needed: 25-50 Mbps
Upload needed: 5-10 Mbps

Typical speeds in this constituency are adequate for this activity.

Multiple Users (4+ devices)

Download needed: 100+ Mbps
Upload needed: 20+ Mbps

May need a faster connection for optimal performance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average broadband speed in Oxford East?

In Oxford East, the median download speed is 66.5 Mbps and the median upload speed is 10.1 Mbps. The top 20% of connections achieve 253.1 Mbps download and 45.1 Mbps upload.

Is full fibre broadband available in Oxford East?

Yes, full fibre (FTTP) broadband is available to 68.2% of properties in Oxford East. Gigabit-capable broadband covers 92.1% of premises.

How does Oxford East compare for upload speeds?

Oxford East has basic upload speeds with a median of 10.1 Mbps. This is important for video calls, cloud backups, and working from home.

About This Data

Speed data is sourced from ThinkBroadband (Q3 2025 measurements). Coverage data from Ofcom Connected Nations 2025. Actual speeds at your address may vary based on connection type, provider, and network conditions.